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Stuffed Crab Recipe

Delicious Stuffed Crab Recipe for a Flavorful Seafood Feast

This stuffed crab recipe combines succulent crab meat and savory filling for a delightful seafood experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 crabs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Filling
  • 1 lb Cooked Crab Meat
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Crabs
  • 4 Fresh or Cleaned Whole Crabs
For the Topping
  • 4 tbsp Butter melted

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Brush
  • Saucepan
  • Spoon
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the crabs by removing the top shell and cleaning out the interiors. Rinse under cold water and drain upside down.
  2. Make the filling by combining all the filling ingredients in a bowl and mixing gently until cohesive.
  3. Stuff each crab cavity with the filling, pressing down gently to ensure compactness. Arrange in a baking dish.
  4. Melt butter and brush it over the tops of each stuffed crab.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake stuffed crabs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let the stuffed crabs cool for a few minutes before serving and garnishing with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crabCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh crab meat for best flavor. Avoid overstuffing the crabs and let them cool briefly after baking for easier handling.

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